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Date: 30/04/2025

DP World completes initial testing of hydrogen fuel cell RTG
 
DP World has successfully completed initial testing of its hydrogen fuel cell rubber-tyred gantry (RTG) crane at the Port of Vancouver, marking a significant milestone in decarbonising its port operations. The RTG is now undergoing field testing as the company assesses the feasibility of electrifying its global fleet of 1,500 RTG cranes. 
 
Traditionally powered by diesel, RTG cranes are essential for cargo handling but are significant contributors to greenhouse gas emissions. At DP World’s Vancouver terminal, 19 RTG cranes account for 50% of diesel consumption and generate over 4,200 tonnes of CO2 annually. The adoption of hydrogen technology promises to dramatically reduce or even eliminate this impact, said a release.
 
Source: Exim News Service: Vancouver, April 29